Name: The Ancient Briton
Address: Ancient Briton Hotel Brecon Road, Pen-y-cae, SA9 1YY, United Kingdom, Ancient Briton Hotel Brecon Road, Powys, SA9 1YY, UK
Rating: 9.1

The Ancient Briton

–Excellent location - show map

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About this property

Comfortable Accommodations: The Ancient Briton in Pen-y-cae offers private bathrooms with free toiletries, garden or mountain views, and amenities such as a work desk and wardrobe. Each room includes a TV, electric kettle, and complimentary WiFi. Dining and Leisure: Guests can enjoy a restaurant serving British and local cuisines, a bar, and a garden. The property provides free on-site parking, an outdoor seating area, picnic spots, and bicycle parking. Breakfast and Dining: A full English or Irish breakfast is available, including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Lunch is served with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options. Location and Attractions: Located 75 km from Cardiff Airport, the inn is near attractions like Grand Theatre (30 km) and Swansea Marina (30 km). Free WiFi is provided throughout the property.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Breakfast to go

Free parking available on-site

Guest reviews

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Free WiFi

Guests who stayed here loved

Helen

United Kingdom

“Good location. Friendly staff Good menu Excellent food”

Laura

United Kingdom

“The food and staff were amazing! Very accommodating for allergies/intolerances. Vegan chocolate torte was exceptional. Atmosphere was fun and welcoming.”

Jane

United Kingdom

“Fantastic staff. Fantastic food. Fantastic atmosphere”

Simon

United Kingdom

“A beautiful, warm, and friendly inn. The bedroom was superbly decorated, spacious, and comfortable.”

Jane

United Kingdom

“Stayed one night for my wife's birthday. Staff were brilliant and the food and drink were first class. Will definitely go again”

Julie

United Kingdom

“Staff were extremely friendly and helpful , food was delicious locally sourced and fresh, location was ideal”

Tim

United Kingdom

“Lovely pub & restaurant, great parking and super breakfast”

Jonathon

United Kingdom

“We found The Ancient Britain was a warm welcoming traditional pub surrounded by spectacular scenery offering comfortable accommodation which included an excellent full English breakfast. The bar/restaurant has a wonderful selection of beers and...”

John

United Kingdom

“The whole atmosphere of the pub was fantastic, rooms were beautiful, warm and cosy. I will be returning next year.”

Ian

United Kingdom

“Great location for exploring the surrounding countryside such as the waterfalls.”

Availability

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Room type	Number of guests
Double Room with Mountain View 1 double bed
Deluxe Double Room 1 double bed
Double Room 1 double bed

Property surroundings

Restaurants

3 restaurants on site

Restaurant #1

No additional info available

The Little Briton Street Food Trailer

Open for
Breakfast • Lunch

The Ancient Briton Indoor Bar & Restaurant

Cuisine
British • Local
Dietary options
Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

House rules

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Check-in

From 15:00 to 22:00

Check-out

Available 24 hours

Cancellation/ prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Accepted payment methods

Cash